Module Specification |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | Engineering Management & Entrepreneurial Skills | ||
Code | ELEC352 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr W Al-Nuaimy Electrical Engineering and Electronics Wax@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2021-22 | Level 6 FHEQ | First Semester | 7.5 |
Aims |
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To introduce students to some of the tools and constraints associated with managing both small and large projects, and with some simple costing approaches. To undertake a virtual project in small groups. To encourage students to adopt a project approach to current and future tasks and to learn the language adopted by project oriented employers. To instil an entrepreneurial outlook. |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (other modules and/or general educational/academic requirements): |
Co-requisite modules: |
Learning Outcomes |
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(E1) Reflection on experiences, goals and objectives, building a reflective habit and building self-awareness through reflection. |
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(E2) Assess and compare personal skills and attributes to identify development needs. |
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(E3) Apply knowledge and skills to build a professional network, integrating programme learning, graduate attributes and professional experiences to construct a professional identity. |
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(E4) Prepare evidence to enhance employability while demonstrating positive behaviours and communicate appropriately at a job interview. |
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(LO1) Practical project management |
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(LO2) Practical risk management |
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(LO3) Practical cost management |
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(LO4) Formal meeting administration and record taking |
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(LO5) Teamwork and communications |
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(S1) Business and customer awareness basic understanding of the key drivers for business success – including the importance of innovation and taking calculated risks – and the need to provide customer satisfaction and build customer loyalty. |
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(S2) Team (group) working respecting others, co-operating, negotiating / persuading, awareness of interdependence with others. |
Syllabus |
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Introduction. What is a project? What is project management? Projects, SWOT, the role of project manager Organisations, project planning. Work Breakdown Structure, budgeting, scheduling Gantt chart, PERT, critical path model, networks, slack and crashing Risk definition and evaluation. Cost management: Introduction, financial vs management accounting. Overheads, depreciation, batch costing. Costing procedures and controls. Decision making, fixed, variable and marginal costs. Breakeven analysis, investment appraisal. Discounted cash flow (DCF), Activity based costing. Entrepreneurial skills: designing, launching and running a new business. |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Due to Covid-19, one or more of the following delivery methods will be implemented based on the current local conditions and the situation of registered students. It is anticipated that both a) & b) will be in operation for semester 1. (a) Hybrid delivery, with social distancing on Campus Teaching Method 2 - Synchronous face to face workshops (b) Fully online delivery and assessment Teaching Method 2 - On-line synchronous tutorials |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
9 |
3 |
12 |
24 |
48 | ||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 27 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 75 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
(352) End of Course Class Test Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Week 12 | 0 | 20 | ||||
(352.1) Mid Semester Class Test Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment. | 0 | 15 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
(352.2) Group Coursework Project 3 Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Week 11 - Semester 1 | 0 | 15 | ||||
(352.3) Group Coursework Project 2 Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Week 7 | 0 | 15 | ||||
(352.4) Group coursework project 1 Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is not an anonymous assessment. Assessment Schedule (When) :Week 3 - Semester 1 | 0 | 15 | ||||
(352.5) Project Objective(s) Peer assessed | 30 | 5 | ||||
(352.6) Employability Skills activities | 0 | 15 |
Reading List |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |